Progesterone is a hormone, which in the female body is produced by the yellow body in the second phase of the menstrual cycle. The problem with the development of progesterone, or rather, its insufficient number, is the cause of many pathological processes, in particular, the menstrual cycle, infertility, the threat of abortion and premature birth.
The pharmacological effect of artificial progesterone and the spectrum of its use is due to its basic properties. Namely, the ability of the hormone to prepare the uterine mucosa for the adoption of a fertilized egg, in other words, to transform the endometrium from the proliferation phase to the secretory, also reduce the excitability and contractile function of its smooth muscle fibers. Thus, progesterone prepares the female body for the onset and development of pregnancy.
Progesterone also contributes to the accumulation of fatty deposits and glucose, blocks the function of the pituitary gland to produce hormones, which leads the ovaries into a "sleep regime" in the event of pregnancy.
In addition, the instructions for the use of progesterone indicate that this drug is successfully used to restore the menstrual cycle.
Progesterone with a delay in menstruation - instruction
One of the characteristic symptoms that indicate a lack of natural progesterone are disorders of the menstrual cycle. In this case, Progesterone is prescribed to correct the hormonal imbalance .
Progesterone is the first treatment for amenorrhea. This disease is associated with a delay in menstruation, and most often, with its complete absence. If the disease developed against the background of underdeveloped genitals, Progesterone is administered intramuscularly at 5 mg in the last 6-8 days of the artificially created cycle. As a rule, the drug is prescribed together with estrogens.
According to the instructions for use Progesterone is prescribed not only for delayed periods, but also if the patient complains of painful menstruation (algodismenorrhea). This condition is treatable with intravenous administration of the drug in an amount of 5-10 mg a week before its onset.
With ovarian dysfunction with uterine bleeding and infertility arising on this background, Progesterone is appointed to restore the normal second phase of the menstrual cycle and prevent excessive overgrowth of the endometrium. That, in turn, contributes to the onset and retention of pregnancy and prevents the occurrence of dysfunctional bleeding.
Progesterone during pregnancy - instruction
With the established deficiency of the yellow body and the threat of termination of pregnancy Progesterone is prescribed without fail. Its use does not stop until the symptoms disappear completely in the event of a primary threat of miscarriage and up to the fourth month with the usual interruption. Progesterone in pregnancy is most often prescribed in the form of a candle or gel, which is administered intravaginally according to the instructions and prescription of the doctor.
Medicinal forms of Progesterone
Progesterone is a popular drug. Therefore, for ease of use
- candles (most often prescribed to pregnant women);
- oil solution for injection of different concentrations (for the treatment of acute pathological processes);
- Gels (used to prevent progesterone deficiency, also during pregnancy and treatment of mastopathy);
- cream Progesterone (according to the instructions for use, it is recommended to women in the climacterium period).